Business Segments - The Group operates in three main business segments: financial services, education management and consultation, and automotive parts[15]. - The financial services segment is licensed for Type 1, Type 4, Type 6, and Type 9 regulated activities, allowing it to provide a range of services including securities dealing, corporate finance advice, and asset management[17]. - The Group has established a comprehensive financial service system to offer differentiated and professional services to various entities[17]. - The education management and consultation business focuses on providing international high school curricula and overseas study consultation services[15]. - The automotive parts business is primarily engaged in the R&D, manufacturing, and sales of automobile absorbers[15]. Financial Services - The Group has been admitted as a sponsor under the SFO, enabling it to assist listing applicants in IPO processes[17]. - The financial services business includes underwriting and placing shares for listing applicants and listed companies[17]. - The Group's financial services include margin financing and investment consultation, enhancing its service offerings[17]. - The Group has obtained various financial service licenses, including securities trading, investment advice, and asset management, enhancing its diversified financial service system[18]. - The Group aims to enhance collaboration among its business units, including investment banking, securities, asset management, and research, to provide diversified and customized financial services[31]. - The Group has served as financial adviser for various major transactions, including those involving Shenghui Cleanness Group Holdings Limited and Jiu Rong Holdings Limited[21]. Automotive Parts Business - Approximately 15,621,000 automobiles were produced and approximately 15,653,000 automobiles were sold in China in the first half of 2025, representing increases of approximately 12.5% and 11.4% respectively[27]. - New energy vehicles accounted for approximately 44.3% of total automobile sales in the first half of 2025, with approximately 6,968,000 vehicles produced and 6,937,000 vehicles sold[27]. - The Group's automotive parts business continues to supply absorbers for major manufacturers such as SAIC Motor and Chery Automobile, while actively expanding into new markets[28]. - The Group's automotive parts business aims to achieve the vision of "Where there are Cars, there is Cijan," by consolidating existing markets and exploring new opportunities[28]. - The Group plans to leverage its established brand and technology strengths in the automotive parts business to improve customer satisfaction and develop competitive new products[37]. Education Management and Consultation - The Group emphasizes the development and integration of international and local curriculums in its education management and consultation business, enhancing students' performance[24]. - The Group has optimized its teacher composition and improved its teaching quality assurance system, focusing on bilingual education[24]. - In overseas study consultation services, the Group has developed specialized programs and upgraded its planning and guidance products to provide comprehensive support for students[25]. - The Group will develop overseas study products with customized options to meet the individual needs of students at different stages[35]. Financial Performance - The Group's overall revenue increased by approximately 45.1% to approximately RMB1,273.8 million for the six months ended June 30, 2025, compared to RMB877.6 million in the corresponding period of 2024[41]. - Revenue from the automotive parts business rose by approximately 48.6% to approximately RMB1,232.5 million from RMB829.4 million in the same period of 2024[41]. - Revenue from the financial services business decreased by approximately 46.7% to approximately RMB11.4 million from RMB21.4 million in the corresponding period of 2024[41]. - The Group's overall cost of sales/services increased by approximately 26.1% to approximately RMB978.5 million from RMB775.8 million in the corresponding period of 2024[43]. - Gross profit increased by approximately 190.1% to approximately RMB295.3 million from RMB101.8 million in the corresponding period of 2024[44]. - Gross profit from the automotive parts business increased by approximately 223.6% to approximately RMB278.6 million from RMB86.1 million in the corresponding period of 2024[44]. - The gross profit margin increased by approximately 11.6 percentage points to approximately 23.2% from approximately 11.6% in the corresponding period of 2024[47]. - The Group recorded a loss of approximately RMB 41.1 million, representing a decrease of approximately 83.3% compared to a loss of approximately RMB 245.6 million in the corresponding period of 2024[62]. Assets and Liabilities - As of June 30, 2025, the Group's cash and bank balances amounted to approximately RMB 177.2 million, representing an increase of approximately 20.2% compared to approximately RMB 147.4 million as of December 31, 2024[69]. - The Group's net current liabilities decreased by approximately 5.1% to approximately RMB 2,353.1 million as of June 30, 2025, from approximately RMB 2,478.9 million as of December 31, 2024[73]. - Total borrowings increased by approximately 6.8% to approximately RMB 2,186.8 million as of June 30, 2025, compared to approximately RMB 2,047.2 million as of December 31, 2024[74]. - The Group's inventories surged by approximately 233.0% to approximately RMB 472.2 million as of June 30, 2025, from approximately RMB 141.8 million as of December 31, 2024, mainly due to increased production in the automotive parts business[79]. - Trade receivables rose by approximately 18.7% to approximately RMB 1,150.5 million as of June 30, 2025, compared to approximately RMB 969.1 million as of December 31, 2024, driven by higher sales in the automotive parts sector[80]. - Trade payables increased by approximately 46.0% to approximately RMB 1,401.6 million as of June 30, 2025, from approximately RMB 959.7 million as of December 31, 2024, reflecting increased procurement in the automotive parts business[83]. Employee and Remuneration - As of June 30, 2025, the Group had 3,061 employees, an increase from 2,454 employees as of December 31, 2024[100]. - Total remuneration and welfare benefits expenses for the six months ended June 30, 2025, amounted to approximately RMB173.7 million, compared to approximately RMB123.4 million for the same period in 2024, reflecting a year-over-year increase of approximately 40.7%[100]. Corporate Governance and Compliance - The Company complied with the Corporate Governance Code for the six months ended June 30, 2025, with no material changes in governance practices compared to the 2024 annual report[153]. - All Directors complied with the Model Code for Securities Transactions for the six months ended June 30, 2025[155]. - The Company has maintained a consistent corporate governance standard with no significant deviations noted[157]. - The Board does not recommend the payment of an interim dividend for the six months ended 30 June 2025, consistent with the previous year where no dividend was paid[177][180]. Legal Proceedings - The Company has not been involved in any significant legal proceedings or arbitration during the reporting period, except for a winding-up petition related to bonds amounting to HK$10,000,000[170]. - A legal action was initiated against the Company for HK$12,250,000, including interest and costs, as of May 21, 2024[176]. - The hearing for the winding-up petition is scheduled for September 22, 2025, following a series of applications and hearings[174]. Debt Restructuring and Financial Position - The Group has implemented a preliminary debt restructuring plan, including cash repayment by installments, refinancing, debt capitalization, and debt reduction, to improve its financial position[183]. - From May 2025 to July 2025, borrowings of approximately RMB 351 million have been renewed or replaced by new financing upon maturity[183]. - The Group is actively negotiating with potential investors to introduce new capital and business opportunities to enhance cash flow[183]. - The Group has engaged a consultant to identify potential buyers for certain investments in which it holds non-controlling interests[190]. - The Group relocated its offices to more cost-effective spaces in Hong Kong and Shenzhen in April 2025[190].
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